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Beware the Portuguese Man-O-War
The waters surrounding Tobago are safe, by and large. But there are certain areas where hazardous marine life lurks. Visitors are advised to stick to beaches which are recommended as safe swimming and diving areas free of such dangers as well as dangerous undercurrents.
One specimen of hazardous marine peril in Tobago waters is the Portuguese Man-O-War, a marine invertebrate related to the Jellyfish. Its habitat is the surface of open oceans and warm water seas. It floats and with no source of propulsion, drifts with the wind and tides. It can be identified by its translucent purplish appearance. The Portuguese Man-O-War has dangerous tentacles that can reach 15 meters deep and are highly toxic. Its sting causes severe pain in humans which can last for up to an hour. The sting produces red welts that remain on the skin for 2 to 3 days. The sting could lead to an acute allergic reaction which can result in fever and shock and in extreme cases even death. This invertebrate tends to be seasonal for which a close watch is maintained around the island.
The Bacolet Beach Club, Tobago’s finest boutique hotel has its own private beach which is absolutely safe for swimming without any fear of hazardous marine life. This beach resort hotel offers the finest hospitality in the Caribbean and has been the popular vacation destination to many celebrities. It provides its guests with deluxe amenities and then some. For a true Caribbean beach experience, log on to www.bacoletbeachclub.com and http://www.tobagobeachresort.net/. You can also call +1 868 639 2357